Cup of Joy Coffee Shop
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Cup of Joy Coffee Shop

326 W 2nd St, Ames, IA

★★★★★5.0(36 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

Cup of Joy is a beloved Ames staple where the baristas genuinely seem to enjoy what they do, creating an atmosphere so welcoming that regulars keep coming back for the fast, friendly service. Their rotating monthly specialty drinks showcase real creativity and care, while their cold brew with cold foam and boba options prove they excel across both traditional and adventurous territory. Whether you're grabbing a cinnamon roll that'll stay with you long after you leave town or using their convenient app to pick up your order, this is the kind of neighborhood coffee shop that makes people actually excited about their daily caffeine ritual.

What to expect

Traditional drinksQuick grabSpecialty drinksCold brewEspresso focusedSignature drinks

Google Reviews

Rose Troutner
★★★★★3 months ago

Wonderful woman who took out order. Very pleasant and the kids love coming here for their boba . Love their app. Makes ordering easy and I can order and have the kids pick them up

Stephanie Bentley
★★★★★5 months ago

Amazing coffee and huge variety of flavors and customizations. They have great featured drinks each month - I always look forward to seeing the new specialty drinks. I haven't tried their sandwiches yet, but their homemade baked goods are to die for. Plus, you can't beat their prices! I can get a large drink for the same price as a Starbucks small. We are so lucky to have them in town!

Emily Jacobs
★★★★★9 months ago

Passing through town on a road trip and had to stop at this cute little shop for some coffee. The coffee was delicious and decently priced. We also got a cinnamon roll which I am still thinking about to this day. The little free library was such a nice touch. Service was great. Definitely stop on if you’re in Madrid for any reason!

megan nelson
★★★★★11 months ago

My favorite coffee shop ! Staff is always friendly, service is fast and of course every drink I've tried has been a win! Today's win is a vanilla cold brew with cold foam :) yum !

Sara Weaver
★★★★★a year ago

Came here two days in a row while staying in Madrid. Exceptional quality and variety in the menu. A great value. The woman running the show is friendly, talented and efficient. I loved the cold brew and the shaken espresso drinks. Bagels were also great. Check it out.

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